Mohegan appoints Joseph J. Hasson chief operating officer

Wednesday, August 7, 2024 2:25 PM
  • Rege Behe, CDC Gaming

Mohegan Gaming Wednesday appointed Joseph J. Hasson as chief operating officer. Hasson will oversee the development and execution of short- and long-term strategic business plans across all Mohegan properties.

Hasson has served as the tribal operator’s COO since April of this year.

“Joe Hasson’s expertise, garnered over more than 40 years in the gaming and hospitality industries, coupled with his exemplary leadership at our Las Vegas property, positions him uniquely to ensure strategic alignment and continuity across Mohegan’s diverse portfolio,” said Mohegan Gaming President and Chief Executive Officer Ray Pineault in a statement. “We are confident that his leadership as our chief operating officer will be instrumental in our sustained success.”

As Mohegan’s COO, Hasson will oversee the day-to-day operations of Mohegan’s resorts across the United States, Canada and Northern Asia. He will also maintain his responsibilities as general manager of Mohegan Casino at Virgin Hotels Las Vegas while the casino transitions ownership. Hasson will report to Pineault.

As COO, Hasson also will work with Mohegan’s leadership team to align all strategic processes with company-wide goals, emphasizing the  growth of Mohegan’s portfolio of entertainment resorts.

Prior to joining Mohegan, Hasson served as  chief operating officer of Station Casinos and Red Rock Resorts.

Rege Behe is lead contributor to CDC Gaming. He can be reached at rbehe@cdcgaming.com. Please follow @RegeBehe_exPTR on Twitter.